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Kim Defago

Registered Nurse - Nicu

Nurse Rio Rancho, NM Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
12 years at Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Gender
Female
Connections
175
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 649,767 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Nurse specialty. Kim Defago is one of them.
  • 2,217 Nurses are based in NM (out of 6,339 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 742 contacts at Presbyterian Healthcare Services are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Nurse compensation in NM: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $118,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Nurses in NM: Presbyterian Healthcare Services (260), Unm Hospitals (80), Lovelace Health System (78).
  • 6% of Nurses in NM hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 65% of Nurses in NM have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science
2006
Southwestern College
Associate of Science (A.S.)
1995
Skills
Acute Care Critical Care Healthcare Management Icu Registered Nurses Bls Nursing Education Hipaa Ehr Nursing Emr Healthcare Information Technology Medical/Surgical Healthcare Consulting Physician Relations
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
phs.org
Office Location
3777 Nm Hwy 528 Ne, Rio Rancho, NM
Professional Overview

Kim Defago is a Registered Nurse - Nicu, currently affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, based in Rio Rancho, NM. As a nurse, Defago contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Rio Rancho, NM. They have been with Presbyterian Healthcare Services for 12 years. Defago holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science and Associate of Science (A.S.), from Grand Canyon University and Southwestern College. Core competencies include Acute Care, Critical Care, Healthcare Management, Icu, Registered Nurses. Presbyterian Healthcare Services operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit nurse professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to nurse specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Rio Rancho, NM healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kim Defago located?
Kim Defago is based in Rio Rancho, NM. They are currently affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services.
What is Kim Defago's specialty?
Kim Defago specializes in Nurse. Their current role is Registered Nurse - Nicu.
Where does Kim Defago currently work?
Kim Defago currently works at Presbyterian Healthcare Services. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Kim Defago's educational background?
Kim Defago attended Grand Canyon University and Southwestern College.
How do I contact Kim Defago for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Nurse?
Recruiting nurses typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for nurses across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Nurse in NM?
Nurses in NM typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $118,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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